Educational First Steps (EFS) empowers early childhood educators and childcare centers to provide high-quality learning environments for children from birth to age five, particularly in historically under-resourced communities. Through professional development, mentoring, and business support, EFS partners with childcare centers and home-based providers to improve teaching practices, achieve national accreditation, and ensure children are prepared for success in school and beyond. EFS aims to level the playing field, offering every child access to the education they deserve, regardless of their economic background or zip code.

Core values: Joy, Trust, Collaboration, Growth, and Equity

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Who We Are Through our program, we provide evidence-based training, coaching, and resources—at no cost—to early childhood centers and home-based providers. Our goal is to increase the number of high-quality early childhood programs equipped with the training, coaching, and data tools needed to ensure children are safe, supported, and prepared for kindergarten. This support strengthens both…
Who We Are Through our program, we provide evidence-based training, coaching, and resources—at no cost—to early childhood centers and home-based providers. Our goal is to increase the number of high-quality early childhood programs equipped with the training, coaching, and data tools needed to ensure children are safe, supported, and prepared for kindergarten. This support strengthens both…